Venous insufficiency is characterized by an insufficient amount of blood returning to the heart. Varicose veins are a sign of venous insufficiency. The main cause is the alteration of the wall of the vein.
This disease is 65% of women aged over sixty years. Men are less affected than women by venous disease.
The main symptoms are swollen ankles, a feeling of heaviness in the legs, localized pain and throbbing. Cramps (muscle contractions) in the legs can occur.
Numbness often require the affected person to stand up to 'stretch their legs.' The legs are sometimes streaked with blue (veins).
It is important to rotate the activities of sitting and standing and avoid staying too long sitting or standing. The heat (at work or too hot baths) promotes venous insufficiency.
Walking is a healthy activity for all, especially for the person whose job is mainly sitting.
Treatment involves treating the symptoms. The doctor may suggest tights. Varicose veins can be treated by injection or by laser.
02 mai 2010
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